Boko Haram Terrorists Kill Nigerian Army Lieutenant In Borno Attack

Report filtering in from Maiduguri says Boko Haram terrorists have killed a Nigerian army Lieutenant in an attack in Magumeri town in Magumeri LGA of Borno State on Wednesday evening, reports Saharareporters.

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It was gathered that the militants ambushed Lieutenant AC Oguntoye and his colleagues on their way to Gubio from a shooting range competition in Monguno.

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The officers were pinned down by terrorists in Magumeri where they razed down houses, including a police station in the town. The militants rode into the area in 10 utility vehicles, shooting and attacking military formations.

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A press release from the Nigerian police stated that a police Sergeant Haliru Aliyu was also killed in the attack, while another sustained leg injury from gunshots. A spokesperson to the Nigerian army later said the insurgents who were being shielded by members of the Magumeri community have been subdued.